Lake Michigan off-leash dog beach reopening this spring
Dogs can once again run, play, and take a dip in Lake Michigan at the south beach of Kirk Park in West Olive.
Michigan state park camping reservations: Residents would get priority under new bill
Michiganders would get the first shot at state campground reservations under a new bill proposed last week.
Huron-Clinton Metroparks see huge demand for free kids and adult swim lessons
Access to a pool, the cost of classes, and experiences like a near-drowning are all barriers to learning how to swim. But in a state surrounded by lakes, getting comfortable in the water can be life-saving.
Michigan state park camping: Start booking your Labor Day weekend campsites now
Planning to camp at a Michigan state park this Labor Day weekend? You can book your campsite now.
Michigan maple syrup: Go behind the scenes of the syrup-making process at Huron-Clinton Metroparks
Learn about how maple syrup is made and see the process during programs at Metroparks in Southeast Michigan.
Seasonal educators needed for Michigan state park field trip program
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is hiring seasonal educators who will help during a new program that gives all fourth graders a chance to visit a state park.
Monroe County KOA adding 2 pools, new cabins, more amenities
The Monroe County KOA in Petersburg is getting two pools, a splash pad, and more over the next several years. The swimming lake was closed and drained last summer after several drownings.
Michigan Free Fishing Weekend: Hit the water with no license this Saturday and Sunday
This weekend, fish without a license and visit Michigan state parks for free. Twice a year, Michigan holds a Free Fishing Weekend.
Michigan DNR hiring temporary wildlife workers for spring
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is hiring for temporary spring wildlife positions, including wildlife assistants and wildlife state workers.
Artists needed to spend time creating at Michigan's Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
The Department of Natural Resources is seeking people for the Artist-in-Residence program this spring, summer, and fall, and next winter. Artists will spend time creating at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.
Michigan state park campground reservations open soon for 4th of July camping
Reservations at Michigan state park campgrounds and recreation areas open for Fourth of July camping soon.
Michigan Recreation Passport prices increasing $1
The annual price of a Michigan Recreation Passport is increasing. These passes allow access to state parks, recreation areas, boat launches, and campgrounds.
Trail that crosses Michigan, 7 other states added to National Park System
The North Country Trail, a trail that stretches through Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, is now recognized as a national scenic trail by the National Park System.
Michigan announces $6.4 million in grant funding to improve parks
Two parks in Metro Detroit are among eight in Michigan recommended to receive grant funding for improvement projects.
National Parks: These are the free days to visit in 2024
The National Park Service is giving you an early holiday gift: Six days of free national park visits. The service announced the 2024 free entrance days.
Proposed Michigan budget would give military members, veterans free access to state parks
Under a budget proposal, active duty military members, National Guard members, and veterans would have free access to Michigan state parks for life.
Michigan DNR hosting fall sunset hike, camping trip for women this fall
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources "Becoming an Outdoors Woman" program is hosting a sunset hike and camping trip this fall.
Michigan state park camping reservation window shrinking
The window for making a reservation at Michigan state park and recreation area campgrounds is shrinking from 12 months to six months.
Anglers asked to report marked splake caught in Lake Superior to Michigan DNR
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking anglers for help as it tracks splake, a hybrid cross between lake trout and brook trout, in Lake Superior this fall.
Detroit to open completed Riverwalk in October that connects Mt. Elliott and Gabriel Richard parks
The grand opening celebrates connecting a walk path on the Detroit riverfront to Belle Isle and is part of a larger network of trails that spread around the city.